The Redmi Pad made its global debut in India in early October. Later on the same day, it was announced for multiple international markets.
However, the tablet made its way to China only last week. As per the brand, the product is selling like hotcakes in its home country.
Redmi says that it sold more than 75,000 units of Redmi Pad during the first sale, which ran for 28 hours. That’s an impressive sales figure given that global tablet shipments declined by 8.8% YoY in Q3 2022.
The Redmi Pad is not only one of the most affordable tablets on the market right now but it is also the most feature-rich for the asking price. This could be one of the reasons why it sold more in China.
The device is priced at ¥1,299 ($178) and ¥1,499 ($206) for 4GB + 128GB and 6GB + 128GB memory configurations in the country. However, for a limited time, it is being offered at a discount of ¥100 ($14).
The Redmi Pad comes with features like a metal unibody design, a 10.6-inch WUXGA+ (2000 x 1200 pixels) 90Hz display (LCD), a MediaTek Helio G99 SoC, LPDDR4x RAM, UFS 2.2 storage, MIUI 13 Pad based on Android 12, quad speakers, a MicroSD card slot, a USB Type-C port, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.3, an 8MP rear camera, and an 8MP front-facing camera.
It is backed by an 8,000mAh battery with support for 18W charging. Last but not least, it arrives in three colors, such as grey, silver, and green.
Xiaomi has just announced a new software application that is built for gamers. The new software is called Kite, which is a frame rate testing application for games and it is made for Android smartphone models to allow gamers to check their device’s performance in game.
As per official notes, the Chinese tech giant launched this new software for free in the Chinese market. Previously, Tencent had a similar offering, and now, Xiaomi has also released its own rival frame rate test app. The company claims that the new software offers a professional grade thermal optimization tool with accurate data, while taking low performance and even consuming low power as well. The brand states that it is a simple plug and play test that takes barely any power and can be run in the background 24/7.
At the moment, the Kite app arrives with support for many mainstream Android smartphone models. Furthermore, it is also compatible with various popular CPU architectures and even multiple versions of Android. But unfortunately, there is still no support for iOS and iPhones, although a version for the other platform is apparently under development. When using Kite, the smartphone can run the game at the same time for the best testing results.
In a power consumption test, a game was ran for 40 minutes on a Xiaomi branded smartphone. During the testing period while gaming, the power consumption by the Kite software was just about 15mA. This led to the company’s claim that this app consumer the lowest power amongst its competitors. The software is available for free in China, and those interested can click on this link here to check it out themselves.
Xiaomi has just unveiled an interesting new smartphone that it has been working on. The device in question is the Xiaomi 12S Ultra Concept Edition, which features a unique rear camera setup that includes an attachable Leica lens for enhanced photography.
The Chinese tech giant has just shared a new teaser video and image poster on its official Weibo account. Looking at these teasers, we can see that the upcoming handset is a high end model with a clear emphasis on camera photography. The teasers on the Chinese microblogging website state that the new smartphone will feature a 1 inch primary camera sensor on the back. However, this sensor will be further complimented by a dedicated Leica M series lens, which is detachable from the large rear camera module.
As per official notes, Xiaomi is the first to install a full Leica camera lens on a smartphone to enhance the photography performance of the new 12S Ultra Concept edition. The company claims that the new lens will help the device offer both a flagship level smartphone experience as well as a professional photography tool. While finer details of the device is still unclear, the brand’s CEO Lei Jun shared some details regarding the cameras. The 12S Ultra Concept apparently offers two 1 inch sensors with one being a regular sensor found on smartphones, while the one in the middle of the module is paired with the external lenses.
Furthermore, the module also houses an ultra wide angle lens as well, however, there is no zoom lens. The magnification ability might just be offered by the external lens as well. As of right now, this is all the details that the company has shared online. We can expect more teasers and leaks to surface soon, so stick around for more updates regarding this matter.
Almost a month after its official launch, the Google Pixel 7 Pro has made it to popular YouTuber JerryRigEverything’s chopping block for a durability test. And spoiler alert: the device has some serious structural problems.
The Pixel 7 Pro is entirely constructed out of recycled aluminum, as demonstrated in the JerryRigEverything video. The phone looks classy and gorgeous because the side frame is made of metal and not plastic. However, the video does point out that the bump on the rear camera is a concern.
Google Pixel 7 Pro durability test
The display, which is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, served as the starting point for the durability test of the Pixel 7 Pro. We find scratches at level 6, similar to the majority of phones, and deeper markings at level 7. This confirms the phone does indeed have scratch-resistant glass, which is often expected from a flagship product these days.
The second portion of the video demonstrates the Pixel 7 Pro’s metal frame, which also houses the power and volume rocker controls. The back camera bump is also constructed of metal but has been painted to give it a distinctive dual-color tone design. However, the core issue is that the bump quickly scratches even after a very brief contact with keys, coins, or any other pocket things. Particularly after paying a premium fee, this looks terrible.
The glass on the back panel is also prone to scratches, and they are very noticeable. The burn test is the next step. Under a flame from a regular lighter, the pixels of the OLED panel burn at the 20-second mark and don’t return to normal. The display is still operational, though.
The bend test comes next in the video. Even though the phone doesn’t bend and split in half, we can hear fractures near the camera bump, and the antenna line flexes somewhat, leaving a permanent bend on the Pixel 7 Pro. This means it’s best to use the phone with a case because the phone’s frame around the camera isn’t very sturdy.
Samsung has been rolling out the latest Android 13 update for its flagship Galaxy S22 series smartphones for about a month now and the company is now finally releasing the new version update for users in the United States.
After releasing the update for Verizon and T-Mobile users, the South Korean giant is now releasing the new Android 13 update for those users who have an unlocked phone, reports SamMobile.
Samsung usually rolls out new updates in the United States sometime after releasing them globally, most likely because the market is very critical for the company and it doesn’t want to release a botched update and lose customers.
Those with the unlocked Samsung Galaxy S22 series smartphones, which include Galaxy S22, S22 Plus, and S22 Ultra, will be getting firmware version S90xU1UEU2BVJA for the Android 13 operating system with the company’s own One UI 5.0 custom user interface and October 2022 security patch.
The update comes with several visual changes to the user interface as the company attempts to make the user experience better and seamless. It also comes with support for disabling RAM Plus, improved Digital Wellbeing, and the addition of various emojis, stickers, text styles, animations, and transitions, among others.
If you have an unlocked Galaxy S22 series smartphone and live in the United States but haven’t received the update yet, then you can go to the Settings app and navigate to Software Update, and then tap on Download to install the new update.
SHOKZ Openrun Pro Bone Conduction Headphone is now available on Giztop for $219. The sports headphone is designed to accompany you in your daily workouts as well as extreme adventures.
Openrun Pro Bone Conduction headphone features an open-ear design that is both comfortable to wear and safe for your ears. With the 9th Gen bone conduction audio technology the headphone converts audio into vibrations which then travel from your bone structure to the auditory nerve transmitting the vibrations as signals to the brain. The open-ear design helps you to be connected with the outer world with increased surrounding and situational awareness. It also keeps your ear canal healthy and reduces the chances of hearing loss.
SHOKZ Openrun Pro delivers premium sound quality with enhanced bass. This means you dont have to compromise on the quality of your music. The headphone is IP55 waterproof and comes with a 10-hour battery life on a single charge.
You can now buy SHOKZ Openrun Pro Bone Conduction Headphone for $219 only on Giztop. The headphone is available in Pink, Blue, Black, and Beige color options.
For more information on such exciting deals and offers check out our deals hub.
Back in August, OPPO introduced the ColorOS 13 for its smartphones and tablets. As a part of the beta program, the ColorOS 13 operating system, based on Android 13, has already made its way to a sizable number of devices. Today, the company published ColorOS 13 based on the Android 13 deployment timeline for November 2022.
ColorOS 13
The company will begin delivering the ColorOS 13 update to more smartphones from the Reno series, A series, Find series, and K series this month. The update’s beta version will be released in waves. Devices like the OPPO F19 Pro+, OPPO A74 5G, OPPO Reno8 Pro 5G, Reno8, and others will be getting the update. Let’s look at OPPO’s ColorOS 13 distribution schedule for November 2022.
ColorOS 13 Beta Update Timeline October 2022
From 2 November 2022
OPPO Reno 6 Pro 5G (China)
From 8 November 2022
OPPO Reno 6Z 5G (Thailand)
OPPO Reno 5 Pro 5G (China)
OPPO A95 5G (China)
From 9 November 2022
OPPO Reno 6 Pro 5G (Indonesia, Saudi Arabia)
OPPO Reno 5 Pro 5G (India, Saudi Arabia)
OPPO Reno 5 Pro (Pakistan)
OPPO F19 Pro+ (India)
OPPO Reno 8 Pro 5G (China)
From 18 November 2022
OPPO A74 5G (India, Indonesia)
From 29 November 2022
OPPO Find X2 Pro (China)
OPPO Find X2 Pro Automobili Lamborghini Edition (China)
OPPO Find X2 (China)
OPPO Find X2 League of Legends S10 Limited Edition (China)
OPPO Ace 2 (China)
OPPO Ace 2 Eva Limited Edition (China)
OPPO K10 Pro 5G (China)
ColorOS 13 Stable Update Timeline October 2022
From 8 November 2022
OPPO Reno 8 Pro+ 5G (China)
OPPO Reno 8 Pro 5G (India, Vietnam)
From 11 November 2022
OPPO Find X3 Pro (Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia)
From 16 November 2022
OnePlus Ace (China)
OnePlus 9RT 5G (China)
OnePlus 9R 5G (China)
OnePlus 8 (China)
OnePlus 8 Pro (China)
OnePlus 8RT (China)
From 18 November 2022
OPPO Reno 8 5G (India, China)
OPPO K10 5G (India)
OPPO A97 5G (China)
OPPO A77 5G (UAE)
OPPO A57 5G (China)
From 22 November 2022
OPPO Reno 7 (Indonesia)
OPPO F21 Pro (India)
From 24 November 2022
OPPO Find X5 Pro Dimensity Edition
From 24 November 2022
OPPO Reno 7Z 5G (Indonesia)
OPPO F21 Pro 5G (India)
OPPO K10 (India)
OPPO A76 (India)
OPPO A96 (India)
Keep a watch out for an OTA notification on the specified dates if you use any of the above-mentioned devices. You can check out our ColorOS 13 review for more information on the new features and improvements included with the latest edition of ColorOS.
Almost six weeks ago, One-Netbook introduced the OneXPlayer mini Pro handheld console, which subsequently went on pre-order. Now, the console is finally available for direct purchase from the company’s website.
OneXPlayer mini Pro pricing
Currently, the ONEXPLAYER mini Pro starts at US$1,199 with 16 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD. The 1TB and 2TB storage models have a price tag of US$1,299 and US$1,450, respectively. The top-end model of the console with 32GB RAM and 2TB storage costs US$1,549. You can purchase them from the onexplayerstore. Orders will start shipping on November 8.
OneXPlayer mini Pro specs & features
A 7-inch, 1,920 x 1,200-pixel display with complete sRGB color gamut coverage is available on the OneXPlayer mini Pro. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, a 28-watt APU with 8 Zen 3+ CPU cores that reach a maximum speed of 4.7 GHz, powers the gaming handheld. The Radeon 680M, one of AMD’s first RDNA 2-based iGPUs to date, is also included in the Ryzen 7 6800U. The chipset is coupled with 16GB or 32GB of LPDDR5-6400 RAM and up to 2TB of PCIe 4.0 SSD.
In terms of interfaces, this handheld gadget has a USB 4 Type-C port, a USB 3.0 Type-A port, and a 3.5 mm headphone connector. The 48Wh battery can support 2.5 hours of gaming on a single charge.
The November 11 (Singles’ Day), a highly popular shopping festival in China and other Asian markets, is drawing near. Brands are expected to launch new devices and make it available for purchase during the upcoming shopping festival. The unannounced OPPO A58 5G is now listed in the product database of China Telecom. The listing reveals that the smartphone will be made available for purchase by Nov. 11 in China.
OPPO A58 5G price
The listing reveals that the OPPO A58 5G will arrive in three options. The 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage edition of the device will be priced at 1,399 Yuan (~$192). The A58’s 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage editions will be priced at 1,599 Yuan (~$219) and 1,799 Yuan (~$247), respectively. It will arrive in Starry Sky Black, Tranquil Sea Blue, and Breeze Purple colors.
OPPO A58 5G specifications
OPPO A58 5G
The OPPO A58 5G will arrive with a 6.56-inch LCD panel with a waterdrop notch. The screen will offer an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels. The power button located on its right edge will be integrated with a fingerprint sensor. It will come preloaded with Android 12 OS.
On the front, the OPPO A58 will feature an 8-megapixel selfie camera. The rear-mounted dual-camera setup of the device features a 50-megapixel primary camera, a 2-megapixel macro / depth sensor, and an LED flash.
The OPPO A58 5G will come with the Dimensity 700 chip, up to 8 GB of RAM, and up to 256 GB of storage. The device will pack a 4,880mAh rated value (5,000mAh typical) battery. It may arrive with support for 33W fast charging. It appears that a previous leak incorrectly said that the A58 has a 50-megapixel + 108-megapixel dual-camera setup and a 3,880mAh battery.
Redmi India has quietly commenced a clearance sale in the country, offering older smartphones for as cheap as Rs 3,999. These are Redmi smartphones launched 2 to 3 years and even 4-year-ago including some popular devices like the Redmi K20 and the Redmi 8 Pro.
These phones arrive in an official box even though they are older models, but the package does not include a warranty. Apart from the Redmi Note 10 series, the company claims that there is little to no after-sales assistance for the other phones, making it difficult to acquire replacement parts.
Smartphones
Selling Price
Clearance Sale Price
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (6GB+64GB)
16999
13499
Redmi Note 9 Pro (4GB+128GB)
15999
11999
Redmi Note 9 (6GB+128GB)
14999
12499
Redmi 8A Dual (2GB+32GB)
7499
5499
Redmi 5 (2GB+16GB)
7499
4499
Redmi 5 (4GB+64GB)
10999
7999
Redmi Note 9 Pro (4GB+64GB)
13999
10999
Redmi Note 8 Pro (6GB+128GB)
16999
13999
Redmi 8A Dual (3GB+32GB)
8299
7299
Redmi Note 8 Pro (6GB+64GB)
15999
12999
Redmi Y3 (3GB+32GB)
9999
5999
Redmi Note 8 (3GB+32GB)
9499
6499
Redmi Y3 (4GB+64GB)
12999
8499
Redmi Note 9 (4GB+64GB)
11999
7499
Redmi 6 Pro (3GB+32GB)
8999
4499
Redmi Note 7S (4GB+64GB)
12999
7999
Redmi Note 7 (3GB+32GB)
9999
5999
Redmi K20 (6GB+128GB)
24999
18999
Redmi K20 (6GB+64GB)
21999
14999
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (8GB+128GB)
19999
14999
Redmi Note 7 (4GB+64GB)
11999
7999
Redmi Note 7s (4GB + 64GB)
111999
6999
Redmi Note 5 Pro (6GB+64GB)
13999
9999
Redmi Note 6 Pro (4GB+64GB)
11999
9999
Redmi Note 6 Pro (6GB+64GB)
15999
10999
Redmi 6 (3GB+64GB)
8499
6499
Redmi Note 9 Pro (6GB+128GB)
16999
11999
Redmi K20 Pro (8GB+256GB)
29999
17999
Redmi Note 5 (3GB+32GB)
9999
6999
Redmi Y2 (4GB+64GB)
10999
6999
Redmi Note 5 (4GB+64GB)
11999
7999
Redmi 4 (2GB+16GB)
6999
4499
Redmi Note 9 (4GB+128GB)
13499
8999
Redmi 9 (4GB+64GB)
9499
7499
Redmi Y1 (4GB+64GB)
10999
8999
Redmi 7 (3GB+32GB)
9499
6499
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (6GB+128GB)
18499
11999
Redmi 7A (2GB+32GB)
6699
4999
Redmi 9 Power (4GB+128GB)
11999
9999
Redmi 8A (2GB+32GB)
6999
4499
Redmi 6A (2GB+16GB)
5999
3999
Redmi K20 Pro (6GB+128GB)
26999
14999
Redmi Y1 Lite (2GB+16GB)
6999
4999
Redmi Note 7 Pro (4GB+64GB)
10999
5999
Redmi Y2 (3GB+32GB)
8999
4999
Redmi Note 4 (3GB+32GB)
9999
4999
Redmi 6A (2GB+32GB)
6499
4499
Redmi Note 7 Pro (6GB+64GB)
12999
6999
Redmi 5 (3GB+32GB)
8999
6499
Redmi 5A (2GB+16GB)
5999
4499
Redmi 6 Pro (4GB+64GB)
10999
6999
Redmi Note 4 (4GB+64GB)
10999
6999
Redmi 8A (3GB+32GB)
7499
5999
Redmi 6 (3GB+32GB)
7999
5999
Redmi 8 (4GB+64GB)
9999
6999
Redmi Note 5 Pro (4GB+64GB)
12999
7999
Redmi Note 7 Pro (6GB+128GB)
13999
9999
Redmi 5A (3GB+32GB)
6999
5999
Redmi 7A (2GB+16GB)
6499
4499
Redmi 4 (4GB+64GB)
10499
7999
Redmi 7 (2GB+32GB)
8499
4999
Redmi Note 4 (2GB+32GB)
9999
4999
Redmi 8A Dual (3GB+64GB)
8999
5499
Redmi Note 3 (32GB)
4999
You can head over to the Mi Store app or mi.com to find out more about these deals.
Huawei Pocket S is all set to go official today in China. Rumors have claimed that the Pocket S will be a “Lite” version of the Snapdragon 888 4G-powered Huawei P50 Pocket, which was announced in December last year. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Motorola Razr 22 flip phones available in the Chinese market are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and 8+ Gen 1 chipsets, respectively. The OPPO Find N Flip, which is expected to launch in December this year, will feature the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chip. While other brands have opted to launch clamshell phones with flagship specs, Huawei has decided to release the Pocket S as a non-flagship device.
Huawei Pocket S specifications (rumored)
According to a Weibo post by a Chinese tipster (via. TechGoing), the Huawei Pocket S will arrive with a 6.9-inch foldable OLED panel with a centrally positioned punch-hole. The screen will offer a resolution of 2790 x 1188 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and 10-bit colors. Shown below are some live images of the Pocket S shared by tipster WHYLAB.
On the front, it will feature a 10.7-megapixel front camera. There are two round-shaped modules on the backside of the device. The first one houses a 40-megapixel (main) + 13-megapixel (ultra-wide) dual-camera setup with LED flash, and the second one has a 1.04-inch cover display with 340 x 340 pixels resolution.
The Snapdragon 778G 4G chipset and a 4,000mAh battery with support for 40W charging will be present under the hood of the Huawei Pocket S. It will come in two configurations: 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. For security, it will feature a side-facing fingerprint scanner. The device will run on HarmonyOS 3. It will arrive in shades like Ice Crystal Blue, Cherry Pink, Mint Gren, Frost Silver, Primrose Gold, and Obsidian Black.
To recall, the P50 Pocket came equipped with the Snapdragon 888 chipset and up to 12 GB of RAM. Its rear camera setup is comprised of a 40-megapixel main camera, a 32-megapixel lens, and a 13-megapixel ultra-wide camera.
Vivo and its sub-brand iQOO are reportedly planning to launch multiple devices, such as the Vivo X90 series, iQOO 11 series, and iQOO Neo 7 SE smartphone, in November and December. A new Vivo smartphone with model number V2241A has been approved by China’s 3C authority. In all likelihood, it could be one of the aforementioned Vivo or iQOO smartphones.
As can be seen in the image below, the Vivo phone that has been approved by the 3C authority has the V2241A model number (via. TechGoing). To recall, the 3C regulatory body had approved the Vivo V2238A phone the previous week. Both phones have been spotted with a 120W fast charger. Hence, it is not easy to speculate on the final moniker of both devices.
According to a recent report, the Vivo X90 Pro and X90 Pro+ heading to China have V2242A and V2227A model numbers, respectively. The model number of the vanilla Vivo X90 is yet to be revealed.
The iQOO 11 and iQOO 11 Pro have V2243A and V2254A model numbers. However, the model number of the iQOO Neo 7 SE are not known yet. Interestingly, the Vivo X90 as well as the Neo 7 SE are expected to support 120W fast charging.
Hence, it appears that the V2241A and V2238A could be associated with the Vivo X90 and iQOO Neo 7 SE or vice-versa. Except for these two models, none of the above-mentioned models has received 3C certification. Now that the V2241A and V2238A are 3C approved, both phones are expected to appear on the TENAA certification platform with their key specifications in the next few days.
Vivo X90 series is expected to launch before the end of this year. Rumors are rife that the Vivo X90 and X90 Pro will come equipped with the Dimensity 9200, which is set to launch on Nov. 8. The X90 Pro+ is likely to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, which will go official on Nov. 15.
According to a report by Pricebaba, the Vivo phones with model numbers V2242A and V2227A will arrive in the Chinese market with the Vivo X90 Pro and X90 Pro+ monikers. The report has no information on the model number of the standard Vivo X90 handset.
Vivo X90 series model numbers
The report further mentions that the Vivo X90 and X90 Pro will have V2218 and V2219 model numbers in the global markets, including India. The report does not mention the model number of the global edition of the X90 Pro+.
All the above-mentioned model numbers have surfaced through firmware files. The report further states that the firmware development of the Vivo X90 (China variant) and the Vivo X90 Pro+ (global variant) has not started yet. So, it appears that it may take some time for the model numbers of these devices to be confirmed.
The report does not say anything about the specifications of the Vivo X90 series. A recent said that the X90 has a 1.5K AMOLED screen, a 4,700mAh battery, and a 120W rapid charging feature. It also has a Sony IMX8-series camera.
The X90 Pro+, on the other hand, will feature a 6.78-inch AMOLED LPTO 120Hz 2K display, LPDDR5x RAM, UFS 4.0 storage, a 4,700mAh battery with 80W charging, and a quad-camera setup that includes a 50-megapixel Sony IMX989 main camera, a 48-megapixel Sony IMX598 ultra-wide lens, a 50-megapixel Sony IMX578 portrait lens, and an OmniVision OV64A periscope zoom lens with support for 3.5x optical zoom.
Xiaomi has released the Mi Rabbit Children’s Watch 6X Ultra Custom Edition. The new watch has a similar external color design as the Ultraman Cerro. The three colors of red, blue, and silver combine seamlessly. The Mi Rabbit Children’s Watch has some decent features that are triggered when the child puts on the device. It also comes with a more powerful view of the child’s surrounding including the floor during a call.
The Mi Rabbit Children’s Watch 6X Ultra has more than `150 watch faces to pick from its built-in watch face store. These are in addition to the Ultraman dial which can be switched at any time. The watch has a 1.52-inch retina screen with a resolution of 360 x 400p. It supports 4G network connectivity and comes with 4GB storage.
One of the major features of the new watch is its 3D floor positioning functionality. It also features dynamic capture positioning and affords parents to get a better feel of the child’s surroundings including the floor. The watch features an exclusive exercise system with several kid-centric exercise modes. It supports Xiao Ai, WeChat, QQ, Alipay, and other exciting applications. You can set reminders for various tasks at home or in school, and other areas for enhanced protection of your child.
The Xiaomi Mi Rabbit Children’s Watch is available in China for 799 yuan (~$110). It was officially released on October 31 and is already available on retail platforms like JD.com.
A lot of positive feedback is coming for the first Redmi tablet. The Redmi Pad has very convincing specifications, as well as a very good quality price ratio, which is why the first impressions are positive. But this year, several tablets made their debut in the same price range. Currently, one of the best and most prolific tablet manufacturers is definitely Lenovo. For those who do not know, Lenovo owns the Motorola brand and this year came up with the first Motorola tablet: the Moto Tab G62. It comes with similar specifications to the first tablet from Xiaomi’s sub-brand and several people probably do not know which one to go for. Here is a comparison between the specifications of the Redmi Pad and the Motorola Moto Tab G62 that will hopefully give you an answer.
My favorite design and probably your favorite too belongs to the Motorola Moto Tab G62. It is a tablet with a full aluminum unibody design including an aluminum frame and an aluminum back. The body is water repellent and the bezels around the display are very narrow. I also like the presence of a rear camera placed directly in the rear cover, without a dedicated camera module. The Redmi Pad is built with a plastic back and an aluminum frame, it comes with narrow bezels around the display just like the Motorola, but it has a big and pretty ugly camera module on the rear side. On the other hand, it is a thinner tablet, even though it packs a bigger battery, and you should appreciate this, given that the dimensions of these devices are more or less the same. Do you prefer having a thinner tablet or a beautiful one?
Display
One of the most important advantages of the Redmi Pad over the other affordable tablets is definitely the display. It is an IPS LCD panel, so you should not expect those vivid colors and those deep blacks you can usually find on OLED panels. But it is still a great display: we are talking about a panel with a 10.61-inch diagonal that is able to show up to one billion colors with a Full HD+ resolution of 1200 x 2000 pixels, a 90 Hz refresh rate (allowing for a smoother viewing experience), and a typical brightness of 400 nits. It is one of the best displays in the affordable segment and it is paired with four stereo speakers providing advanced audio quality. the Motorola Moto Tab G62 has an IPS LCD display with a diagonal of 10.6 inches and a Full HD+ resolution of 1200 x 2000 pixels, as well as four stereo speakers.
Specs & Software
The tablet providing the highest performance in this duo is the Redmi Pad. It is the first tablet powered by the MediaTek Helio G99 mobile platform. It is a processor built with a 6 mn production process and sporting an octa-core architecture composed of two Cortex A76 CPUs running at a max frequency of 2.2 GHz, six Cortex A55 CPUs running at 2 GHz, and a Mali G57 MC2 GPU. The Motorola Moto Tab G62 has an octa-core Snapdragon 680 chipset built with a 6 nm production process. Besides having a better chipset, the Redmi Pad provides up to 6 GB of RAM and up to 128 GB of internal storage, while the Moto Tab G62 stops at 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage. Both devices run Android 12 out of the box.
Camera
When it comes to the camera departments, it is essentially a draw because these tablets come with the same camera hardware. They sport an 8 MP rear camera and an ultrawide 8 MP front camera with a FOV of 105 degrees. The front camera is very good for video calls, if we consider that these are just affordable tablets.
If you choose the Redmi Pad, you can actually achieve a longer battery life because this tablet has a bigger battery, with a capacity of 8000 mAh (instead of just 7700 mAh found on the Motorola Moto Tab G62). On the other hand, the Motorola charges quicker thanks to 20W fast charging.
Price
The starting price of the Redmi Pad roughly translates into €250/$250 for the base configuration with 3 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage, while you need about €200/$200 to purchase the Motorola Moto Tab G62 in the 4/64 GB memory configuration. The Redmi Pad wins the comparison.
Xiaomi has launched the MIJIA Smart Temperature-Controlled Plumbing Blanket. The product uses A/B partition water tank, independent heating, and piping to achieve different temperature needs. The plumbing blanket supports intelligent water heating circulation and independent temperature adjustment.
The MIJIA smart temperature-controlled plumbing blanket uses up to 12 layers of safety protection, and low-sound operation below 22dB, and the MIJIA app provides additional functionality for the device. With the app, you can remotely operate the smart plumbing blanket. The well-layered structure of the gadget provides a snug wrapping of the hose. It is designed to reduce heat loss significantly and extend the period of warmth when using the blanket.
The MIJIA smart temperature-controlled plumbing blankets do not require regular filling of the water tank. Xiaomi says a full tank can provide warmth all through the winter. The blanket is also energy-efficient with an average daily electricity consumption of 0.7kWh. The temperature control range is between 25 and 55 degrees Celsius. Energy is supplied by a brushless DC variable frequency motor and its operation does not disturb your sleep.
Some of the protective features present in the new MIJIA blanket are water and electricity separation protection, anti-scald protection, circuit board flame retardant, and automatic shutdown after 15 hours of operation, among others. You can regulate the operation of the blanket, customize the timing, and do other remote tasks using the MIJIA app.
Xiaomi has launched a crowdfunding campaign for the MIJIA smart temperature-controlled plumbing basket. The original price of the gadget is 899 yuan ($124) but the crowdfunding price is 699 yuan (~$96).
Xiaomi launched a new Type-C five-in-one docking station, which supports the PD3.0 protocol. The tech giant has also unveiled a 67W GaN charger. The USB-C 5-in-1 docking station is priced at 149 yuan ($20).
In terms of design, the Xiaomi Type-C 5-in-1 docking station features a hidden wire storage slot, an all-aluminum alloy shell, and a USB-C port that is expanded to three USB 3.0. It also has a Type C, HDMI, and five other external device ports.
The USB-C port supports PD100W fast charging which is adequate for charging devices such as notebook PC. The USB 3.0 port has a speed of 5Gbps and a transfer rate of 450MB/s. The HDMI interface supports up to 4K 60Hz video transmission.
In terms of compatibility, the Xiaomi Type-C five-in-one docking station supports Windows, Android, MacOS, and Linux systems, and supports hot swap without drivers.
On its part, the new 67W Gallium Nitride dual-port charger is said to be Xiaomi’s first charger that supports the UFCS 1.0 fusion fast charging protocol. The dual ports include a USB-A and a USB-C port.
Using the USB-A or USB-C interface alone, it can support a single port output of up to 67W. When the dual ports are used at the same time, the maximum power is 65W, which is 20W for the USB-A port and 45W for the Type-C port.
With the UFCS 1.0 fusion fast charging protocol, the charger can be used to quickly charge Huawei, OPPO, Vivo, and other mobile phones that support the UFCS protocol.
The Xiaomi 67W GaN Dual-port charger ships with a USB-C cable and is priced at 149 yuan ($20).
OPPO’s budget-friendly A17 smartphone has been launched in Europe. It was unveiled not too long ago in Malaysia and India. The handset comes powered by a MediaTek Helio G35 SoC alongside 4GB of RAM. OPPO A17 also features a dual rear camera setup comprising a 50-megapixel main sensor. Let’s have a closer look at the newly launched handset’s specifications and pricing.
Oppo A17 specifications
The OPPO A17 comes with a 6.56-inch HD+ (720×1,612 pixels) LCD display that offers up to 60Hz refresh rate and has an 89.8 percent body-to-screen ratio. The panel has a pixel density of 269ppi and a touch sampling rate of 60Hz.
Under the hood, the device is powered by a MediaTek Helio G35 processor, which is backed up by 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage (expandable via microSD card up to 1TB). The phone also comes with 4GB of additional virtual RAM.
As far as the cameras are concerned, the Oppo A17 features a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 50-megapixel main camera and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. For selfies and video calls, it sports a 5-megapixel sensor.
The handset packs a 5,000mAh battery that charges via a micro USB port (it still exists, yes). The smartphone also has an IPX4 rating for water resistance. OPPO A17 measures 164.2×75.6×8.3mm and weighs around 189 grams. Connectivity options on the handset include Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth v5.3, GPS/ A-GPS, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
OPPO A17 Price in Europe
OPPO A17 has been launched in Europe with a price tag of €176. It comes in a single 4GB+ 64GB variant and is being offered in two colors— Blue and Black. There’s also an Orange color variant of the smartphone, but it didn’t make it to the old continent. It can be purchased from the Dutch division of Mediamarkt and other major retailers.
iQOO 11 series is expected to launch in China very soon. The lineup will likely include two smartphones— iQOO 11 and 11 Pro. While we are still waiting for the official announcement, a popular tipster suggests the upcoming series will debut in the Indian market next month (December). Let’s have a closer look at the details.
As revealed by tipster Abhishek Yadav, the iQOO 11 series’ Indian launch is imminent. Supposedly, the Vivo-owned company is gearing up to bring the forthcoming lineup to India in December. This means the iQOO 11 series will likely debut in China this month.
iQOO is yet to confirm any details about the upcoming smartphones, so it’s better to take this leak with a pinch of salt.
As mentioned, the iQOO 11 lineup will likely include two smartphones— iQOO 11 and 11 Pro. The vanilla model is rumored to be equipped with an AMOLED E6 panel that will offer a 2K resolution, a 144Hz refresh rate, and high-frequency dimming. The handset could be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC paired with up to 16GB RAM and 512GB UFS 4.1 storage. In fact, it could be one of the first phones to feature the latest UFS 4.0 technology.
The Pro model is reported to feature a 6.78-inch LTPO display. It will also be powered by the SD 8 Gen 2 SoC, which is expected to be introduced on November 15. For optics, it could have a 50-megapixel main camera accompanied by a 50-megapixel ultra-wide unit and a 14.6-megapixel telephoto sensor. At the front, it will likely have a 32MP sensor. The smartphone may pack a 4,700mAh battery that may support particularly extreme 200W fast charging and 50W wireless charging.
Great news for gaming enthusiasts. Giztop is giving a massive discount on the Lenovo Legion Y90 gaming phone. The smartphone which retails for $799 is now available at a heavily discounted price of $469 only at Giztop. This price is applicable to the 12GB + 256GB Black color variant.
Lenovo Legion Y90 features a 6.92” Samsung E4 AMOLED display with HDR10+ support and a 144Hz refresh rate. The smartphone comes with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, Adreno 730 GPU and multiple memory variants viz: 12GB/ 16GB/ 18GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB/ 640GB USF 3.1 storage.
Designed for pro gamers and experts the smartphone features a double engine air cooling technology that gives you a better intake of air for improved cooling and ensures the performance of the device is at optimum level. Moreover, with Hyper Audio, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, and a dedicated games mode, the smartphone enhances your in-game audio experience.
The phone comes with a rear dual camera set up with a 64MP main sensor and a 13MP ultra-wide-angle lens. For your selfies, you have a 16MP sensor in the front. Fueled by a massive 5600mAh battery it supports 68W fast charging and runs on ZUI 13 OS which is based on Android 12.
Lenovo Legion Y90 is now on sale for $469 at Giztop. Please note that this is a limited-time offer. So place your orders before the deal expires.
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